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Ginormous hole in floor.

cica

Member
Hi- I have a 24 Delta 281BH. I went under the cabinet under the sink and glanced over to notice a hole in the floor about 8in x 10in where some ductwork goes down into the basement. Is there a reason why there is such a gaping hole or can I safely mouse-proof it and close it up. Wouldn't want to impair the heating of the basement if this is some sort of return. Maybe I could put a screen over it in that case. Any insightwould be appreciated.
Thanks!
 

Todd F

Well-known member
Maybe instead of Whatcha wanna know Wednesday, Alliance should host a Look at our workmanship Wednesday and address all of their customers shoddy workmanship. 2025 and the Rv industry as a whole has gotten worse in my opinion!
 

Lantley

Well-known member
Maybe instead of Whatcha wanna know Wednesday, Alliance should host a Look at our workmanship Wednesday and address all of their customers shoddy workmanship. 2025 and the Rv industry as a whole has gotten worse in my opinion!
I don't think it's gotten worse per se. I think overall RV's have improved and enhanced features leading owners to have higher expectations.
However RV's are still assembled in the same shoddy haphazard way they have always been. Nothing has really changed in terms of quality control.
Experienced RV owners know that attention to detail is an issue, nevertheless their is always a stream of new buyers that are not as wise to the RV world and expect perfection or at least decent construction. Eventually they figure out that RV construction and assembly leaves a lot to be desired.
Paying assembly workers by the piece and leaving final inspections in the hands of the dealers are inherent issues that produce problems for buyers. There are always lots of issues lurking behind the walls, in the basement and in concealed areas of the RV that owners eventually discover.
A brand new RV's is still a work in progress. Unfortunately it really never ends, old or new RV's require constant maintenance and repair.
RV life is best suited for those with lots of DIY skills.
 

cica

Member
So you’re saying I should probably seal up the mouse entrance?
I love the 281BH. I am a little disappointed that a lot of the quality is skin deep.
I installed a Progressive EMS behind the breaker box. When I got behind it, I noticed what looked like some sort of power supply with a fan running screwed hap hazardly with one screw on the floor. The duct work was resting against the fan so no air could cool it and against what is probably the makeup air vent so no air could be introduced into the space. Wires were in a big blob everywhere.
I believe they designed a great travel trailer but this issue is across all RV manufacturers.
 

Lantley

Well-known member
So you’re saying I should probably seal up the mouse entrance?
I love the 281BH. I am a little disappointed that a lot of the quality is skin deep.
I installed a Progressive EMS behind the breaker box. When I got behind it, I noticed what looked like some sort of power supply with a fan running screwed hap hazardly with one screw on the floor. The duct work was resting against the fan so no air could cool it and against what is probably the makeup air vent so no air could be introduced into the space. Wires were in a big blob everywhere.
I believe they designed a great travel trailer but this issue is across all RV manufacturers.
Yes seal up the area. Get to know the intricate details of your rig and address the issues that you find.
At this point no one is going to address these issues for you. The more you get to know your RV by finding out what's hidden in those dark places will be beneficial down the road.
 
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